July 2024 Newsletter
July Newsletter 2024
We had a great turnout at Sta. 37 on May 18th. Thank you to all who came by. We look forward to another one in October. Lots of good information was passed out. Here are some of the items discussed and to think about
Disasters don’t Plan Ahead – BUT YOU CAN!!
PREPAREDNESS for any disaster IS A MUST. The preparations taken before an impending disaster will make a world of difference and lessen the impact of the event. It may not be possible or practical to prepare for all potential disasters, but you can prepare for the probable ones. We have spent a lot of time talking about preparing your home which is major. Is your insurance coverage up to date and enough to cover a loss? Do you have pictures or video of EVERYTHING in your home? Have you thought about what happens if you are not home? What if you are at work, what if you are on the road? Some thought needs to be given to being prepared for those circumstances also. Emergency kits for all of these locations should be considered. We publish and advice you on evacuation routes, but what happens if you can’t evacuate for some reason. First choice is ALWAYS evacuate, but you also need to be prepared to shelter in place. What do you need for that instance? Oh and do you have working fire extinguishers and smoke alarms?
PREPARE YOUR HOME – Defensible space –www.fire.ca.gov, barricade gel for your home – www.firegel.com, cover your vents – www.brandguardvents.com
MAKE A PLAN – When to leave, where to go, how to get there, what to take
STAY INFORMED – www.fire.ca.gov/current_incidents, register your phone for reverse 911 calls – www.readysandiego.org/alert San Diego, put the pulsepoint app on your cell phone, it will notify you of any fire in San Diego
GET INVOLVED – Know your neighbors, exchange cell phone, will they need help to evacuate, what about pets? Make plans for their safety, extra food to take with you, bowls for water etc.
Watch for more information on our annual golf tournament fund raiser at Oaks North on Oct. 19th. Put it on your calendars.
Check the following websites for more detailed information: www.readysandiego.org, www.211sandiego.org. Scripps Ranch Fire Safe Council, srfiresafe.org, 858-201-3711
